Referendar - Capital Markets

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Latham’s Capital Markets Practice helps clients raise billions of dollars each year through all forms of securities products.As global leaders with a preeminent reputation, we serve issuers, private equity investors, and investment banks in all major global financial centers, and are consistently ranked at the top of the league tables for both the volume and value of our work. Latham’s capital markets brand is synonymous with thought leadership and innovation. We combine our market-leading experience with our innovative and collaborative culture to pioneer new deal structures and capital markets solutions. We have navigated clients through new ways of accessing the public markets, such as through direct listing. And we have developed alternatives to raising funds in debt and equity capital markets for the purpose of funding strategic investments and acquisitions. Our long-established skill navigating dynamic markets and the associated complex overlapping regulations gives our clients the confidence and guidance they need to accomplish any type of capital raising, in any jurisdiction, across any border, in any industry. The Capital Markets Practice draws exceptional support from Latham’s “National Office,” a centralized team of former SEC senior officials and experienced capital markets lawyers located in Washington, D.C. Bolstered by our National Office, we have an unparalleled ability to deliver sophisticated advice in real time on the toughest securities and listing issues clients face. From IPOs to derivatives, high yield bonds to direct listings, we are the go-to source for capital markets advice. We partner with clients across all sectors of the economy on their most complicated transactions. And long after the capital raising is complete, Latham capital markets lawyers leverage the firm’s global platform to support clients’ growth and success.

Are you interested in issues related to corporate law and capital markets law? Do you enjoy thinking outside the box and gaining insight into major cross-border transactions? Then you've come to the right place! Our DCM and ECM teams cover a broad spectrum of capital markets law as well as the intersection with securities law (including, among other things, Bond programs, promissory note loans, initial public offerings (IPOs), and capital increases by publicly traded companies.

What We Offer

- Hands-on experience: Join a collaborative team where you'll receive comprehensive training while taking on meaningful responsibilities and working independently.
- Mentorship: Be supported by a dedicated mentor—an experienced attorney on your team—who will provide guidance throughout your time with us.
- Professional development: Our innovative #MyAdvancement – Young Talent program is designed to foster your professional and personal growth while helping you prepare for the Second State Examination.
- Career opportunities: As you progress with the firm, you may have the opportunity to complete a Wahlstation at one of our international offices or, following successful completion of your legal training, begin your career with us as an associate.
- A supportive workplace: Enjoy a collaborative environment with flat hierarchies, an inclusive and diverse culture, engaging internal events, and a competitive compensation package.
Your Profile

- You have passed at least one State Examination with a grade of "fully satisfactory" or above.
- You have a strong interest in business and commercial matters and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- You possess strong English language skills.
- You are a collaborative team player with a proactive, creative, and open-minded approach.

Doreen Seidel

Recruiting Senior Coordinator

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Email: doreen.seidel@lw.com

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